Cheri Brukardt
Eagle River,USA
Summary
Professional in healthcare with solid experience in clinical and administrative duties. Skilled in patient care, medical procedures, and electronic health records. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results. Reliable in fast-paced environments and adept at supporting medical staff and patients effectively.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgery Coordinator
Coastal Neurology and Neurosurgery
08.2021 - Current
- Classified procedures according to ICD-10 and CPT codes.
- Collaborated closely with nursing staff to plan post-operative care arrangements for patients.
- Maintained detailed records of scheduled surgeries, cancellations, and rescheduling requests.
- Tracked data trends related to surgery volumes, cancellations rates, or other key metrics that informed decision-making within department.
- Developed strong working relationships with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, administrators, and ancillary staff across various departments.
- Confirmed surgery dates and times with patients, providing them with relevant preoperative instructions.
- Pre-certified patients for procedures by connecting with insurance companies and obtaining coverage authorizations.
- Validated procedure and surgery schedules to identify errors and confirm details.
- Communicated with insurance providers to obtain pre-authorizations for surgical procedures.
- Verified receipt of clearance letters, completed tests and lab work prior to specific procedures.
- Liaised with hospital departments to book operating rooms and ensure availability of required resources.
- Coordinated patient scheduling for surgical procedures, ensuring optimal use of operating room resources.
- Managed pre-operative assessments, facilitating efficient communication between patients and medical staff.
Substitute Teacher
Lee County Schools
10.2017 - 06.2021
- Manged classroom sizes of 25 students
- Upheld class discipline to keep students safe and on task.
- Reviewed and implemented prepared lesson plans to maintain class continuity.
- Explained core concepts and promoted critical thinking to assist students with assignments.
- Presented absent teacher’s planned lessons using course materials.
- Taught lessons to classes in various subjects.
- Handled instructional, assignment and testing needs to maintain course progress.
- Kept students safe and secure with vigilant monitoring.
- Left detailed notes to notify classroom teachers of student progress.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to different grade levels or subject areas.
- Maintained positive learning environment for students.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced classroom rules.
- Graded student work according to established guidelines.
- Prepared instructional materials as needed for lessons or activities.
- Administered tests, quizzes, and assessments as directed by regular teacher.
- Implemented lesson plans to facilitate student learning and engagement.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs.
Medical Assistant Technician- Internal Med
Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune
05.2015 - 10.2016
- Managed Provider Schedule of 15-20 patients daily
- Assisted healthcare professionals in patient examinations and treatment procedures.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems effectively.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient referrals to specialists.
- Prepared examination rooms and ensured availability of medical supplies.
- Educated patients on medication usage and follow-up care instructions.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Prepared examination rooms and sterilized equipment according to strict guidelines, ensuring a safe environment for patient care delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery.
- Educated patients on their health conditions, medication usage, and self-care techniques to promote proactive healthcare management.
- Performed phlebotomy procedures accurately and efficiently, minimizing patient discomfort during blood draws.
Nursing Assistant
Kell Medical
09.2012 - 05.2017
- Managed patient load of 15-20 patients a day
- Documented information in medical charts detailing care, medication requirements and vital sign updates.
- Monitored patient temperature, blood pressure and respiration.
- Documented patient information accurately in medical records.
- Administered basic first aid and responded to emergency situations.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, and other healthcare professionals.
- Collected biological samples per care plan and submitted to proper laboratory or healthcare professional.
- Set up equipment for clinical team to use in treatment and diagnostics.
- Kept equipment ready for use through scheduled cleaning and sterilization.
- Educated patients on prescribed medications, treatments and procedures.
- Trained new medical assistants on office procedures and protocols.
- Performed electrocardiograms EKGs as requested by physician.
- Assisted clinicians with in-office procedures.
- Documented information required for patients’ specimens and tests completed.
- Performed routine laboratory tests on blood, urine, and other specimens.
Warehouse Worker
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
08.2001 - 08.2005
- Maintained accurate tracking system covering shipping and receiving transactions.
- Operated forklift, reach truck and scissor lift to unload trucks or move materials.
- Assisted in conducting periodic inventory counts for accurate stock levels.
- Received incoming shipments and verified contents against packing slips.
- Packed outgoing orders securely, ensuring safe transport of goods.
- Entered shipment details into inventory management system for accurate record-keeping.
- Maintained clean and organized warehouse by adhering to safety regulations.
Education
Certification - Phlebotomy
Caring For Life
Jacksonville09.2012
Certification - Nursing Assistant
Caring for Life
Jacksonville04.2012
Certification - Medical Coding and Billing
Caring for Life
Jacksonville10.2011
Diploma - HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION
Chester Jr Sr High School
CHESTER, CA06.1999
Skills
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Staff training and development
- Complex Problem-solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Goal setting
- Task delegation
- Documentation and reporting
- Relationship building
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Coaching and mentoring
- Work prioritization
- Policy and procedure development
- Effective communication
- Positive attitude
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multitasking
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Process improvement
- Scheduling and coordinating
- Professional and courteous
- Negotiation and conflict resolution
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- Medical Coding and Billing Certification Training
- BSL Certified
Timeline
Surgery Coordinator
Coastal Neurology and Neurosurgery
08.2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Lee County Schools
10.2017 - 06.2021
Medical Assistant Technician- Internal Med
Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune
05.2015 - 10.2016
Nursing Assistant
Kell Medical
09.2012 - 05.2017
Warehouse Worker
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
08.2001 - 08.2005
Certification - Nursing Assistant
Caring for Life
Certification - Medical Coding and Billing
Caring for Life
Diploma - HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION
Chester Jr Sr High School
Certification - Phlebotomy
Caring For Life